I have started by providing some basic material on what Selective Mutism is. Go to the READ section if you have no idea what it is all about. For more in depth understanding, the STUDY section provides books both fictional and non fictional, slides as well as a bibliographic reference. The RESEARCH section is about ongoing work at HSC and CGC and how you can be involved. A LINK page was created for some of the more useful links on the web. I have included a CONTACT page for people keen to email professionals who are experts in the field. Finally you can CONNECT and post questions and make comments on our message board. I have been trying hard to help children in Singapore with selective mutism come together to form a group of their own. If you think you have selective mutism or know someone who has, I want to hear from you. We have started a small support group in Singapore. Feel free to email me at daniel_fung@imh.com.sg for more details.
Selective Mutism is an uncommon problem in which children who are able to speak in some situations (like at home) become mute in other situations (like in school). These children are not defiant or oppositional, they need help, not punishment. This is a page devoted to helping parents find resources and help for their children who are selectively mute. The resources presented are intended as part of a treatment programme being developed at the Hospital for Sick Children (HSC), Toronto. A NEW website has been created for Singapore Families at www.imh.com.sg/Quietroom or click here. If you have trouble loading this page because of too many bells and whistles, check out our text only page here.
I have recieved many helpful suggestions and would like to thank all the parents for their enthusiasm. Please keep writing!
A group of parents in Canada who have children with selective mutism have got together and started this support/self help group. We meet every last Tuesday of the month. Our meetings are usually at 6-8 pm and will be at the Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto. Please email Lin Gorenkoff for details of the meeting and to get in touch with us! Go to the SMG Link for more information. If you are in Singapore and have a child with selective mutism and want to start a group, email me and I can help get you started.
Dr Daniel Fung is a child psychiatrist from Singapore. Find out more about him by clicking on the pic or here.
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